Job Description

Salary: NJC 5-7 £19,469 - £20,123 (actual), £22,737- £23,500 (pro rata salary) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time +5)

Contract: Fixed term Maternity cover (until August 2025)

Start date: November 2024

Do you want to be part of a team that really make a difference?

We are seeking a reliable, well organised, and experienced administrative assistant to join our friendly and supportive SEN team.

You're somebody who will be able to:

Be able to work at pace, multitask and prioritise effectively.

Use your own initiative to plan interventions.

Be creative, innovative, and flexible approach to raising expectations and achievement.You're someone who has:

Understanding of confidentiality within sensitive environments.

Knowledge of SEN processes and procedures in relation to administration tasks is advantageous.

Compassion and dedication towards young people.

Administration experience is advantageous or suitable transferable skills.This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

About our school:

Firth Park Academy is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of the community we serve. With just under 1200 students, we are amongst the largest schools in Sheffield. At Firth Park Academy, we are clear about our vision; students are at the centre of everything we do. Through collaboration, every aspect of our work is of high quality. We deliver an ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables all students to excel academically and socially.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.

Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence; November/ early Dec 2024. This is a fixed term, maternity cover position.

Closing date: 7th November 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria